Tribalism, spite and bragging rights: It's Sydney Derby time
Few matches in Australian sport can match the rivalry that has been built between Sydney FC and the Western Sydney Wanderers.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
2-0-0, 1st in Australian A-League
Urena ready for Marines debut after quarantine
Costa Rica forward Marco Urena cannot wait to help Central Coast build on their encouraging start to the A-League season.
Clubs in control of A-League need to deliver on promises
With the "unbundling" of the A-League and W-League from Football Australia official, it's time for those who promised so much to start to deliver.
Macarthur lose to Mariners in first A-League home match
Central Coast scored back-to-back wins in a season for the first time in more than three years on Macarthur FC's inaugural home A-League match.
Central Coast beat Newcastle to earn home win
Central Coast have scored their first A-League victory at home in almost a year, setting aside pre-season ownership issues to down Newcastle 1-0.
Building culture in Australian football
Ahead of the 2020-21 season, the leaders of each A- and W-League team sat down with ESPN to discuss the culture of Australia's top-flight clubs.
A-League Club-by-club Guide
After an offseason of twists and turns, the A-League is finally set to return on Dec. 27. Here's all you need to know ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.
Sydney FC the benchmark as A-League season begins amid uncertainty
After 12 months like no other, the A-League returns this week. And while it may be crazy, chaotic and in flux, it's ours, writes Joey Lynch.
Costa Rica's Marco Urena joins Central Coast
Central Coast Mariners have signed Costa Rica international Marco Urena for the upcoming A-League season.
Western Sydney confirm signing of Ibini
Western Sydney Wanderers have made it three signings of wantaway A-League players this week.
A-League stage set for Australia's next generation of goalkeepers
With 10 days until football returns, Joey Lynch looks at the race to be Mat Ryan's successor, the A-League "launch" and Sydney FC's forward line.
In a season of new beginnings, the A-League must put fans first
For too long, some of the A-League's loudest and most passionate advocates have been alienated from the game. Season 16, however, offers a new hope.
FFA must scrap A-League salary cap as part of DTS - players' union
As the debate over the future of Australian football rages, the PFA has made its stance on one battlefront clear: Scrap the A-League salary cap.
Simon nurturing the Mariners' next gen, FFA blocks Wellington's W-League bid
The Wizard of Woy Woy takes on apprentices and the Nix are ... nixed ... from the W-League. Joey Lynch wraps another week in football Down Under.
A-League to shun player CBA, proceed without
Perth Glory CEO Tony Pignata has told ESPN that A-League clubs will push ahead and stage the next season without a new CBA in place.
CBA impasse has A-League clubs considering standing down players
The A-League season is over, but the action behind the scenes is heating up! Joey Lynch caps off yet another tumultuous week in Australian football.
Silvera joins Portuguese side Pacos de Ferreira
Central Coast Mariners teenager Sam Silvera has left the A-League club after completing a move to Portuguese top-flight side Pacos de Ferreira.
A-League Wrap: Sydney FC's biggest threats, Morgan's vision, plans for a NSD
It's a juicy A-League Wrap this week, with exclusives with the new FFA technical director, AAFC boss Nick Galatas and a word on Sydney's rivals.
Victory need good decisions to vindicate pride
The A-league's regular season is coming to an end. Before finals football and a topsy-turvy offseason, it's time for another recap.
A-League Wrap: Sydney FC's fallibility, McDonald's renaissance, the Matildas job
With every team back in action, movers and shakers, contenders and pretenders, buyers and sellers have all begun to appear. It's the A-League recap!
A-League's Central Coast Mariners up for sale
Central Coast Mariners owner Mike Charlesworth will officially announce his intention to sell his majority stake, sources told ESPN.
The A-League is back, VAR isn't, and the kids are all right
The A-League is back! Here are the highs and lows you may have missed as season 2019-20 finally began its final act.
Ruon Tongyik: 'BLM movement touches me deeply'
A-League players are set to join their compatriots around the world in displaying support for the Black Lives Matter movement.
A-League returns: What you missed, what to look for, what to expect
The A-League is back after a 4-month hiatus. What went on in the interim? How will a condensed season work? Here's what you need to get up to speed.
A-League to restart Friday after 4-month hiatus
The FFA has confirmed that the A-League will resume on Friday after a 4-month hiatus, with three Melbourne teams in quarantine at a hub in Sydney.
2020-21 A Lge Table
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Coast Mariners | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 6 |
| Melbourne City FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Adelaide United | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 4 |
| Sydney FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 4 |
| Western Sydney Wanderers | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Macarthur FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Brisbane Roar | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| Wellington Phoenix FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Western United | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Perth Glory | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Melbourne Victory | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| Newcastle Jets | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
2020-21 Team LeadersAustralian A-League
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsAustralian A-League
Goal Difference31st
Goals Scored3Tied-1st
Assists3Tied-1st
Goals Conceded0Tied-1st